Utah Therapist Recommendations
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*AFCC means a therapist is part of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. These professionals are appointed by Judges for Reunification Therapy between parents and children. The association’s goal is to resolve family conflict. If the therapist listed below is AFCC certified, AFCC will be listed next to that therapist’s information.
“Reunification Therapy” recommendations may be given by the court for the family, if the court feels one parent is being “Alienated” by the other parent.
To learn more about Reunification Therapy and Parental
Alienation, please read my blog about it here.
RECOMMENDED
Dr. Doug Goldsmith (AFCC)
5383 East #290
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
(801) 231-3518
https://douglas-goldsmith-phd.business.site
About
Dr. Goldsmith, affectionately known as “Dr. Doug” by thousands of children in Salt Lake City, has provided care for families with young children for decades. He served as the Executive Director of The Children’s Center since 1995 and in 2018 decided to enter full time private practice. He is highly regarded for his work on applying attachment theory to clinical practice and, as a result, has helped children with attachment problems form secure relationships with their caregivers.
He also specializes in treating children who have suffered from trauma including traumatic grief and loss. For any child who is struggling with behavioral and emotional problems, Dr. Goldsmith helps their parents and caregivers learn to assist their child as they develop the skills needed to manage their emotions and develop resilience in order to lead a happier, healthier life. Parents often wonder if their child really needs help. Dr. Goldsmith tells them, “If family life is more of a struggle and less satisfying than you had hoped, it’s time to reach out for help.” Using evidence based treatments with proven effectiveness, Dr. Goldsmith will help you and your family find the pathway toward a brighter future together.
Jamie Zuromoski (AFCC), AMFT- Unified Family Therapy
Draper, Utah
https://unifiedfamilytherapy.com/
About
My name is Jamie Zuromski, I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Cal Poly University and my Master’s degree (MFT and LPCC) in Psychology from John F. Kennedy University.
I’ve worked with teens and adults, one on one and in groups, for the past four years specializing in issues of grief/loss, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and substance abuse/addiction.
As your therapist, my job is to help you notice your gifts, challenges, traits, abilities, and beliefs. I’ll reflect back to you on things that are already yours from unknown hardships to unremembered resources. I’m here to help you remember who you really are. I’ve lived a life that has forced me to befriend my own dark places and walk with them in ways that are gifts, not burdens. I’d be honored to help you do the same.
Madison Kraft, CSW- Utah Behavioral Services
Taylorsville Location
Good with Children
https://utahbehaviorservices.com/locations/taylorsville-center/
*Highly Recommended*
Myrna McMillan, LMFT – Light and Hope Counseling
Pleasant Grove, Utah
Marriage & Family Therapy; Trauma Therapy
385.269.2938
http://www.lightandhopecounseling.com
About
Myrna came into the counseling profession with her soft and gentle nature after many life experiences that engendered compassion and belief in the resiliency of the human spirit.
She believes attachment is key in healing the wounded soul and she has a passion for helping people who have suffered trauma. She especially enjoys working with children.
She is trained in Play therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, Lifespan Integration, and she is certified in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy).
Myrna is the mother of 5 sons, 7 stepsons, and 5 stepdaughters, and the grandmother of the most beautiful grandchildren on the planet! And loves spending time with them. She also enjoys music, art, and the outdoors.
Nate Porter, LCSW – Blackbird Counseling & Wellness
Orem, Utah
385.325.1658
https://www.blackbirdwellness.org/
About
Nate Porter, LCSW is the owner of Blackbird Counseling. He received an MSW degree from BYU and has received ongoing training in attachment, experiential, and play therapy approaches. Nate loves playing and watching sports, and is a passionate Utah Jazz fan. He competed in track & field both in high school and college, and has spent time as a therapist and coach, guiding athletes towards improving and developing mental health.
At Blackbird we focus on creating a therapeutic environment that is fun, engaging, and open to our client’s experiences. Our clients often report they look forward to therapy and that it helps improve their quality of life. We love seeing our clients move towards and through challenges, emerging on the other side more confident in themselves.
Nate specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, & Sports Performance for children, teens, and adults.
Talon Greeff (AFCC) – Custody and Counseling Services, LLC.
Parent Coach, Therapist and Child Custody Evaluator.
Serving the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area
https://www.linkedin.com/in/talon-greeff-cmhc-5b895213/
About
Talon is currently licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wyoming and as a Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) in Utah. He has worked with children and families for over 20 years; as a direct care provider in a residential setting, as in in-home family preservation worker and as a licensed mental health therapist. He currently specializes in helping families with children and adults on the Autism Spectrum, families struggling with high conflict divorce issues and consultation on high conflict divorce matters in order to avoid costly litigation.
Talon has been a program manager at various levels since 1997 and simultaneously managed three human services programs with combined budgets of over 6 million dollars. He managed the residential care program, foster care program and day treatment school programs for Utah Youth Village. Significant accomplishments include development of the foster care program into the largest program in Utah and development of the Youth Village Academy day treatment program.
Talon is currently on military leave from Utah Youth Village. He is serving with the Utah National Guard within the FEMA Region VIII Homeland Response Force (HRF) as the S-5 Plans Officer. He served in Iraq in 2004-2005 as the 116th Engineer Company (CSE) Commander. Later, he was activated to support Hurricane Rita/Katrina in south central Louisiana and commanded the first National Guard unit sent to the Mexican American Border as part of Operation Jumpstart. Significant military accomplishments include Commander of the 116th Engineer Company (CSE) in Iraq where it was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Meritorious Service Medal with Bronze Oak Leave cluster for exemplary performance while serving in the Iraqi Theater of Operations and for later service while commanding the 116th Engineer Company in two domestic operations.